Asbestos Blog

Fireproof, durable and an excellent adhesive, asbestos is a harmful mineral fiber that forms in rocks and soil. The substance has long been used in construction projects, tools, and in a variety of household products, including makeup, art supplies, and clay pots. Recognizing it as a hazardous material, however, the U.S. banned the use of [...]Read More...

Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that has had widespread use in several industries due to its unmatched capacity for resisting high temperatures along with its durability and insulative properties. Yet, the fact that asbestos is both naturally occurring and has been popular over the years has led to widespread environmental consequences. Air Contamination Asbestos [...]Read More...

When thinking about asbestos and the health problems it can cause, we think first about the lungs. This is where most of the damage tends to be done, and it’s why asbestos has had such a devastating impact on the health of countless people over the last few decades. If you or anyone you know [...]Read More...

Asbestos exposure is an ongoing health concern, largely due to the variety of ways that exposure can take place. One of those ways is in relation to the demolition industry. Here’s what you should know about the recent findings that highlight the growing concern between demolition and its associated risks with asbestos exposure. Blowing Up [...]Read More...

Earlier this year, the topic of asbestos exposure reached the highest court in the United States. While the topic of asbestos is only one of several factors included in the court case, it carries important considerations for anyone interested in following the ongoing trend of asbestos risk assessment in the last half-century of asbestos-related regulations [...]Read More...

Financial compensation is not the only reason to file an asbestos exposure lawsuit, but in many cases, it’s the biggest reason. This asbestos compensation guide will help families understand more about the issues involved, as well as their legal options. The aftermath of a mesothelioma or other diagnosis is such a turbulent time that a [...]Read More...

Last month, the topic of toxic exposure intersected with the United States military and President Joe Biden. In the midst of this intersection, it is valuable to revisit how all of this relates to the threat of asbestos exposure and what the Veterans Bill does to protect Veterans from this toxic substance. Here’s what you [...]Read More...

While it is true that as of 2024 many types of cancer have been more directly linked to asbestos compared to others, the question is, what should we make of the relation between asbestos exposure and cancers that are comparatively less-associated with this carcinogenic mineral? To explore this important question, we will consider a particularly [...]Read More...

Receiving a cancer diagnosis after being exposed to asbestos earlier in life can feel like getting the rug pulled out from under our feet. What’s worse, the prospect of receiving the necessary care to treat cancer is virtually impossible for anyone who isn’t among the wealthy percentage of Americans. With the high cost of medical [...]Read More...

Many people believe that asbestos is yesterday’s problem. That’s understandable. Environmental laws in the 1970s reduced asbestos use and lawsuits in the 1980s put many asbestos providers out of business. Then, a new round of laws in the 1990s required asbestos abatement and banned asbestos mining. But these changes left private residences built before 1978, [...]Read More...

Microscopic asbestos fibers were used in all kinds of industries and trace amounts can still contaminate water sources. Understand the risks. Asbestos is a broad term encompassing six categories of naturally occurring minerals: chrysotile asbestos, amosite asbestos, crocidolite asbestos, anthophyllite asbestos, and tremolite asbestos. Each form has highly flexible fibers that are resistant to corrosion, [...]Read More...

The United States has a long and fascinating history of asbestos litigation, which can be traced back to the early 20th century. This article aims to comprehensively explore the origins of asbestos litigation and examine its current state. A Brief History Asbestos-related lawsuits gained momentum in the early 20th century as more evidence regarding the [...]Read More...